Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

3000 Dunn Ave Ste 14, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Overview

Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville has been subject to escalating enforcement over the past year, with 22 total inspections and 189 violations on record since 2016. The facility has averaged 8.6 violations per inspection, significantly exceeding Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, approved food source violations in at least 4 inspections, chemical storage violations in at least 2 inspections, and hand washing violations in at least 2 inspections. On April 30, 2024, the facility received a warning after 12 violations were documented, including improper hand and arm washing, employee health policy failures, and chemical storage deficiencies. The most recent inspections on September 17 and 18, 2025 identified 36 combined violations, including multiple high-priority findings for employee health reporting, chemical storage, and approved food sources. An administrative complaint was recommended following the September 18 inspection. A fire safety violation was also documented on September 17: a propane tank larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity was located inside the building.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
189Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 8.6 violations / inspection 8.6 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. In kitchen, 30# LP tank stored in hallway to back door.

Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 4 inspections21 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections22 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville last inspected?
Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 18, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville had?
Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville find?
Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on September 18, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
No, Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
Has Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Island Breeze Cafe in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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